Amherst

Vice President, Portfolio Strategy & Analytics

Austin, TX (Frost Tower) · Exec · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

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About the role

We are seeking a Vice President of Portfolio Strategy & Analytics to serve as a strategic, cross-functional leader within Amherst's investment and operations ecosystem.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytics foundation who wants to influence the business - owning the full spectrum of asset performance from revenue and expenses through economic NOI and portfolio returns.
The VP will sit at the intersection of Data Science, Asset Management, Fund Finance, and Investor Relations, ensuring that data-driven insights directly shape pricing, capital allocation, and fund-level strategy.

This person will translate complex analytical outputs into clear narratives and partner with senior leadership to drive performance across the portfolio.
Own Portfolio Performance & Insights:
Develop a deep understanding of all performance levers across the P&L-from rent growth and renewal strategy to operating expenses, capex, and economic NOI.
Collaborate with Asset Management to design and operationalize data-driven strategies for pricing, renewals, expense optimization, and operational performance.
Translate analytical conclusions into clear, compelling narratives that support fund strategy, investor communication, and IC processes.
Champion analytics best practices and drive adoption of improved dashboards, models, and performance measurement systems.
Across the SFR strategy, Amherst acquires, builds, renovates, leases, finances, manages, and disposes of homes on its own account and for its investors.
Community - We empower and support people to create a sense of belonging for all.

Bachelor's degree and MBA / CA / CFA with financial markets understanding a plus.
6+ years of experience in real estate investment management, portfolio strategy, financial analytics, or a related field.
Experience in SFR preferred.
Excellent communicator who can simplify complexity and influence senior leaders.
Proven experience navigating cross-functional teams.
Leadership mindset with the ability to both set strategy and dive into details.
Technical: Advanced modeling and analytical capabilities with the ability to connect quantitative outputs to business decisions.

Drive Forecasting, Modeling, and Strategy
Enhance Asset Management Decision-Making
Establish frameworks and KPIs that connect on-the-ground operations to portfolio-level financial outcomes.
Lead Reporting & Performance Communication
Strengthen Data & Analytics Infrastructure
Work closely with BI and Technology to improve data quality, accessibility, and visualization tools.

Outside of the SFR strategy, Amherst is engaged in various strategic initiatives and venture businesses, including commercial real estate debt and equity (all things non-SFR) and mortgage-backed securities advisory.
A competitive compensation package, annual bonus, 401k match
Flexible PTO including 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 1 volunteer day
Employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, health savings account)
Professional career development and reimbursement
Up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave; up to 4 weeks of paid parental leave

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